2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | CX-7 | Olympia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |