2000 Opel Speedster vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 25 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 43 more horse power than 1989 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 25 weights approximately 200 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, 1989 Renault 25, 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Speedster | 1989 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Speedster | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
