1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 224 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
