1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1434 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Olympia | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
