2005 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Calibra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Calibra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Calibra. (174 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1991 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Calibra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |