1970 Opel GT vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | GT | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
