1982 Audi UR vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1982 Audi UR is newer by 14 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi UR weights approximately 522 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 1982 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR 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, 1982 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi UR | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | UR | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
