1998 Opel Speedster vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 114 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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 (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Speedster | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
