1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 71 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 Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 Cobalt | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calibra | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
