1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Opel Speedster. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 612 kg more than 1999 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Speedster. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Speedster |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |