2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 15 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Spark | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
