1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1462 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calibra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3302 mm |
