1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane 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 37 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | Megane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
