1994 Opel Calibra vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Calibra would be higher. Both 1994 Opel Calibra and 2001 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Opel Calibra. 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Calibra | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Calibra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
