1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
