1969 Opel Olympia vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440, 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, 1988 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Olympia | 440 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |