1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 706 kg more than 1993 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
