2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1544 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 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2001 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. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Olympia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |