1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 37 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 791 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, 2005 Volvo S80, 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Olympia | S80 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
