1999 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Primera weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Because 2005 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 2005 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Primera, 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, 2005 Opel Speedster (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Primera | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
