1984 Holden Camira vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Camira | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
