2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Blazer | Olympia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |