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, 2001 Opel Corsa (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 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 | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
