1969 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1969 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 1 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Because 1969 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Jeep CJ5 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, 1969 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jeep CJ5 | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | CJ5 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2420 mm |
