1998 Honda Passport vs. 1970 Opel Olympia

To start off, 1998 Honda Passport is newer by 28 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia.

Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport, 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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia. 1998 Honda Passport 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. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Passport 1970 Opel Olympia
Make Honda Opel
Model Passport Olympia
Year Released 1998 1970
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 1078 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 59 HP
Torque 256 Nm 83 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2420 mm


 

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