2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1993 Opel Calibra

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 882 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.

Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Calibra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Terracan 1993 Opel Calibra
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Terracan Calibra
Year Released 2004 1993
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 161 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.2 mm 81.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 79.6 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 63 L


 

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