2006 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 11 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, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 46 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Space Star | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
