1980 Ford Laser vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Laser weights approximately 4 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser, 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, 1980 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Laser | Olympia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |