2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1970 Opel Olympia

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1382 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.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.

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2006 Hyundai Terracan 1970 Opel Olympia
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Terracan Olympia
Year Released 2006 1970
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1078 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2420 mm