1996 Opel Calibra vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra 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 41 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
