1978 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Capri | Calibra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |