1970 Opel Olympia vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 33 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 658 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, 2003 Volvo V50, 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia. 2003 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Opel Olympia | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Olympia | V50 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |