1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 632 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Chevelle | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |
