2009 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Calibra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |