1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 9 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Calibra | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
