2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 408 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |
