1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 811 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 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Opel | Dodge |
Model | Olympia | Dakota |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |