1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 20 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 536 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Spirit | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
