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Opel Speedster 2.0 Turbo

General information

ModelOpel Speedster 2.0 Turbo
Year1998
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1995 ccm (121.73 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement1995 ccm (121.73 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power200.7 PS (148 kW or 198 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque250.00 Nm (25.5 kgf-m or 184.4 ft.lbs) at 1950 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed243.0 km/h (151.0 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.2000 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)
Cargo space206 litres (54 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1005 kg (2,215.6 pounds)
Max weight with load1150 kg (2,535.3 pounds)
Overall length3790 mm (149.2 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1120 mm (44.1 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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