1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 10 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, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Calibra | 45 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
