1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 916 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 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Olympia | Escape |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
