1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 5 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 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 10 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, 2000 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Calibra | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
