1992 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 24 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1010 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 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Bravada | Olympia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |