1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 19 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) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 194 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2473 mm |
