2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 31 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1225 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.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | Monza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |
