2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 315 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Monza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
