1998 Opel Speedster vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 535 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 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Speedster | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
