1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 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 26 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Skoda Octavia (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Calibra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
