2000 Opel Speedster vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Because 2000 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 2000 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20, 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20. 1976 Renault 20 has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Renault 20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Speedster | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Speedster | 20 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
