1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. Both 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 1996 Opel Calibra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLK | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
