1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Prelude weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Olympia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |