1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 410 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, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Olympia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
