1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 200 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
