1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 420 kg more than 1992 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
