Light Olive Green vs Moon Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 19.1, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Moon Yellow is noticeably lighter, more saturated, warmer than Light Olive Green.

Can I use Moon Yellow instead of Light Olive Green?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 19). Moon Yellow is noticeably lighter, more saturated, warmer than Light Olive Green.

Can I use Light Olive Green instead of Moon Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Light Olive Green is noticeably darker, more muted, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.