1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 36 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 398 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, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Olympia | RunX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
