2003 Honda Life vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 26 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 577 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Monza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
