1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 169 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Calibra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
