2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 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. Both 2005 Mazda 6 and 1993 Opel Calibra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
