1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 41 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 735 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 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2010 Kia Borrego 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. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Olympia | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
