1993 Opel Calibra vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Calibra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Calibra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
