1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 17 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 79 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 155 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Calibra | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2615 mm |
