1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 253 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Olympia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
