1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 222 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Calibra | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
