1994 Opel Calibra vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1994 Opel Calibra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Calibra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Calibra | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
