1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 25 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 310 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Olympia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2420 mm |