1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Econoline | Monza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
