1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 10 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Calibra | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
