1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2004 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Opel Olympia 2004 SsangYong Musso
Make Opel SsangYong
Model Olympia Musso
Year Released 1968 2004
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1078 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 61 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1906 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 73 L


 

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