2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 30 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 600 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Durango | Monza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 43 L |
