1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 12 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. Both 1995 Opel Calibra and 2007 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 200 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, 2007 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | Megane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
