1977 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
