2009 Honda Element vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 39 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 1170 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.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia. 2009 Honda Element 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. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Element | Olympia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |