1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Speedster weights approximately 171 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 2008 Opel Speedster (250 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | AZ-1 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
