2007 Opel Speedster vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 171 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Speedster | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
