2009 Lada 21 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 21 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
