2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1991 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Calibra. (174 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Calibra. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1991 Opel Calibra has manual transmission. 1991 Opel Calibra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1991 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
