1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Calibra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
