2001 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster. 2001 Acura NSX 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. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
