1996 Opel Calibra vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Calibra | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
