2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1610 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 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
