1989 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
