2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 970 kg more than 1968 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 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Xterra | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
