1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 95 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calibra | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
