1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 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, 2003 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 540 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, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Olympia | Laguna |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |