2000 Honda Avancier vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,252 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Because 1998 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 1998 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier, 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, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier. 2000 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Avancier | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Avancier | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2252 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
