2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra 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 28 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
