1995 Opel Calibra vs. 1999 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 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, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Accent. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 1999 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Calibra | Accent |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
