1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1120 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 2001 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2001 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Olympia | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
