1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 40 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue 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, 2007 Saturn Vue, 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, 2007 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2007 Saturn Vue 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. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Olympia | Vue |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |