1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Calibra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
