1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lumina | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
