1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 18 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calibra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
