1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Calibra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
