1999 Hyundai Accent vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster.
Because 2002 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 2002 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2002 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Accent | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
