1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 7 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 624 kg more than 2003 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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Speedster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |