1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1158 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Opel Olympia | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Olympia | Routan |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 283 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |