2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B3000 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
