1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 37 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 890 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Olympia | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
