1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Olympia | Astro |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 183 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |