1997 Opel Tigra vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1997 Opel Tigra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 138 kg more than 1997 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Tigra | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Tigra | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
