1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 36 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 794 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 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, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Olympia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
