2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 27 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 615 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Astro | Monza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
