2004 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Calibra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |