1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 20 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 545 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Conquest | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
