1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Olympia weights approximately 42 kg more than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Opel Olympia (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Olympia | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1940 mm |