1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 15 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 540 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calibra | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
