1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 45 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Opel | GMC |
Model | Olympia | Canyon |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 72 L |