1970 Opel Olympia vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Olympia | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Olympia | Korando |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |