2002 Opel Speedster vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2002 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 547 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Speedster | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Speedster | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
