1992 Opel Calibra vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 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 93 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 324 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Opel Calibra | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Calibra | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |