2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Santa Fe | Calibra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |