2004 Opel Speedster vs. 2004 Proton 300
To start off, both 2004 Opel Speedster and 2004 Proton 300 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton 300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Because 2004 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 2004 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton 300, 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, 2004 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Speedster | 2004 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Speedster | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
