1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 886 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Centurion | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
