1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, 2001 Toyota BB 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 7 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2001 Toyota BB | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Calibra | BB |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
