1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 15 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 555 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 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
