1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (163 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Olympia | 3008 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2613 mm |