2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 802 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2001 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Park Avenue | Olympia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 313 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |