2001 Opel Speedster vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2001 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Speedster | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Speedster | 928 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |