1967 Opel Olympia vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara

To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 574 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 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Opel Olympia 1996 Suzuki Vitara
Make Opel Suzuki
Model Olympia Vitara
Year Released 1967 1996
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1078 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 786 kg 1360 kg


 

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