1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Opel Calibra 2012 Toyota Tundra
Make Opel Toyota
Model Calibra Tundra
Year Released 1993 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1194 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm


 

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