1999 Opel Speedster vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Opel Speedster. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 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, 2010 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Speedster. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Speedster | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Speedster | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 74 L |
