1993 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 25 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 735 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 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Verada | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
