1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 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. Both 1996 Opel Calibra and 2012 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
