2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Olympia weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia. 2009 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Terios | Olympia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |