1997 Lexus LS vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia. 1997 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LS | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | LS | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
