2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 579 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Speedster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |