1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault 11, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Olympia | 11 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 34 L |
