1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1986 Renault 25
To start off, 1986 Renault 25 is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 25 (107 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 25 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. 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, 1986 Renault 25, 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, 1986 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 1986 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Olympia | 25 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 107 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
