2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 40 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1463 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
