1993 Mercury Villager vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1993 Mercury Villager is newer by 26 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1014 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 1967 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Villager | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Villager | Olympia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |