1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1619 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 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Calibra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2809 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 |
