1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 450 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Olympia | Golf |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |