1990 Honda Legend vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 23 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 695 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, 1990 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Olympia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |