1986 Nissan Micra vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 524 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Micra | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
