1998 Opel Speedster vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Speedster weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Opel Speedster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Speedster | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Speedster | 205 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
