1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo C70 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Calibra | C70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
