2002 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 9 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 2 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 318 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
