1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 99 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 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Calibra | Cube |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
