1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 9 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 335 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Calibra | Previa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
