1984 Nissan Stanza vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1984 Nissan Stanza 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 102 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, 1984 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1984 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Stanza | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 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 | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2420 mm |
