2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
