1995 Opel Calibra vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | 21 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
