1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Opel Kadett is newer by 17 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 20 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
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, 1984 Opel Kadett, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Olympia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
