2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1279 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 44 L |
