1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 19 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calibra | A |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
