1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 360 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 2002 Suzuki Grand 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, 2002 Suzuki Grand 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, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Olympia | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 30 L |
