1999 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Rasheen | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Rasheen | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
