1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 27 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 586 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 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | 3000GT | Olympia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2420 mm |