1978 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Calibra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |