2002 Opel Speedster vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Speedster | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Model F |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2240 mm |
