1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 29 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 443 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, 1996 Buick Skylark, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
