1983 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1983 Ford Escort is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 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, 1983 Ford Escort, 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, 1983 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Olympia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |