1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 120 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 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Calibra | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 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 | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
