2003 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 36 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1220 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 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Bravada | Olympia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |