1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 38 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1180 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2005 Renault Grand Espace 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. 2005 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Olympia | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
