1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 700 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (312 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLK | Monza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
