1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 18 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, 2010 Renault Scenic (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Scenic weights approximately 60 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, 2010 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
