1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-7 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 52 L |
