2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 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 9 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (161 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | 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 | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
