1998 Opel Speedster vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 3 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 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 98 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Speedster weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Speedster | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Speedster | Life |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |