1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica 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, 2008 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Calibra | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
