1999 Honda Life vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 6 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Calibra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1993 Opel Calibra (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
