1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1982 Ford Laser
To start off, 1982 Ford Laser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Ford Laser.
Because 1967 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Laser. 1982 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 1982 Ford Laser | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Olympia | Laser |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |