1999 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Calibra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Opel Calibra (174 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1991 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
