2006 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 145 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Space Star | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 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 |
