1993 Opel Calibra vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 204 kg more than 1980 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | 18 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
