1999 Mazda 626 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra

To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 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 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 15 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.

Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mazda 626 1993 Opel Calibra
Make Mazda Opel
Model 626 Calibra
Year Released 1999 1993
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1839 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1194 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2610 mm


 

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