1988 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 21 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 670 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Rocky | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
