1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 712 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, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster. 1982 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Statesman | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
