2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Tiburon | Calibra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |