1998 Opel Speedster vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Speedster | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
