1970 Buick GS vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | GS | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
