2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 868 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Defender | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1190 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
