2008 Opel Speedster vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Because 2008 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 2008 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, 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, 2008 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Speedster | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 59 L |
