1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 191 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Malibu | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
