1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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 57 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Calibra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.6 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
