1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 31 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 949 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, 1999 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Olympia | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82.8 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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |