1998 Opel Speedster vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster. 2010 Honda Pilot 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. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Speedster | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Speedster | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
