1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon 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, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 140 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Calibra | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
