1998 Opel Speedster vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Speedster | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Speedster | 604 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |