1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 34 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mark II (156 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 680 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 2001 Toyota Mark II 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, 2001 Toyota Mark II 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, 2001 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2001 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Olympia | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
