2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 891 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2420 mm |
