1995 Opel Calibra vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Calibra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
