1978 Ford LTD 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 LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 600 kg more than 1995 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | LTD | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
