2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 36 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1176 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Sprinter | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
