2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso 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. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 46 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Picasso | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
