1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1995 Dodge Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 625 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1995 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caravan | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
