2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 3 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Cavalier | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
