2001 Mazda Demio vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2001 Mazda Demio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Demio | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Demio | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
