1994 Opel Calibra vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 11 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. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 395 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, 2005 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Calibra | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Calibra | 75 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
