2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B3000 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2340 mm |
