1997 Ford Royale vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1997 Ford Royale is newer by 29 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia.
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, 1997 Ford Royale, 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, 1997 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Royale | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Royale | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
