2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 41 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 824 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 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Patriot | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Patriot | Olympia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |