1996 Opel Calibra vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 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 24 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Peugeot 306 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Calibra | 306 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
