1996 Opel Calibra vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Calibra | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
