1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Opel Olympia (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 780 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 |
