1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum 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, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calibra | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
