1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 44 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1703 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Opel | Cadillac |
Model | Olympia | Escalade |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |