1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (99 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 1967 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Olympia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
