1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 37 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 820 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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2006 Toyota Camry 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. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Olympia | Camry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
