1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 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 60 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 125 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Opel Calibra | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Calibra | Avensis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |