1969 Opel Olympia vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 575 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (178 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Olympia | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |