1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 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 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
