1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 26 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 612 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, 1994 Volvo 850, 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Olympia | 850 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |