2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 42 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1545 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 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2009 GMC Yukon 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. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 44 L |
