2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2001 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Because 2001 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 2001 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2001 Opel Speedster (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Lancer | Speedster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |