1992 Opel Calibra vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 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 (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Opel Calibra | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Calibra | Carina |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
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 | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |