1994 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 211 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
