1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1288 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Calibra | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
