1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 43 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1154 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 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2011 Volvo XC60 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. 2011 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Olympia | XC60 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1934 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |