1986 Opel Omega vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 18 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 415 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Omega | Olympia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |