1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 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 41 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Calibra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
