2006 Honda Element vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 15 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 800 kg more than 1991 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Calibra. (174 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1991 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
