2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2049 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 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 44 L |
