1995 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 336 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, 1995 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 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 | 136 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
