1970 Opel Olympia vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1986 Saab 9000 is newer by 16 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 525 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000, 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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Olympia | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
