1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 23 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 684 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Olympia | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
