2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Monza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Monza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
