1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 504 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, 2001 Renault Laguna, 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Olympia | Laguna |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |