1999 Holden Commodore vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 665 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Commodore | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
