1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 990 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 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
