1992 Opel Calibra vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. 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 (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | 19 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
