1993 Opel Calibra vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 304 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Calibra | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
