1999 Opel Speedster vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Speedster (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Speedster weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 Opel Speedster (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Speedster | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Speedster | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |