1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1115 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Calibra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Calibra has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Calibra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Calibra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |
