1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 38 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 430 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 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (376 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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. 2006 Toyota Fortuner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Olympia | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Olympia | Fortuner |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 376 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |