1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 315 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calibra | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
