1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 33 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), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 505 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, 2001 Renault Laguna, 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (147 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Olympia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| 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 | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
