1970 Opel Olympia vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Olympia | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Olympia | 9 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |