1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 43 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 836 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2010 Buick Lucerne 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. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Olympia | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
