1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 9 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 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Calibra | 307 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
