1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 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 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1202 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Patrol | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Olympia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |