2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Elantra | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 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 | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
