1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | Duster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
