1994 Opel Calibra vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 1994 Opel Calibra and 1994 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 58 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Calibra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106. 1994 Opel Calibra has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Opel Calibra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Calibra | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Calibra | 106 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
