1988 Holden Camira vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. Both 1988 Holden Camira and 1992 Opel Calibra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 450 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Calibra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Camira | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Camira | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
