1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 37 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 219 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 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Olympia | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
