2003 Opel Speedster vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 19 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Because 2003 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 2003 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Speedster | Gol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
