1996 Opel Calibra vs. 1999 Volvo S40
To start off, 1999 Volvo S40 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 11 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 1999 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Calibra | S40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
