2006 GMC Savana vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 36 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1797 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.
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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Savana | Olympia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2420 mm |