2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-8 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
