2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 37 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1977 Opel Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Monza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
