1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 722 kg more than 2001 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Caprice | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
