1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elan | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 889 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
