1994 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 510 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz E | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | E | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
