1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 13 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 545 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Calibra | Vue |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
