2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 298 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elise | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
