2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 895 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Tribute | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
