1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 431 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Calibra | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Calibra | 6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |