1988 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Escort weights approximately 135 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Olympia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |