1974 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
