1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 19 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 619 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Opel Omega (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Olympia | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |