2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 965 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 Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Monza |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |