1998 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Verada | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
