1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 33 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 605 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, 2000 Renault Laguna, 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2000 Renault Laguna 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. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Olympia | Laguna |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |