2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 181 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 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Monza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 966 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 43 L |
