2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 14 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 560 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Cobalt | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
