1979 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 2 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ford Mustang 1992 Opel Calibra
Make Ford Opel
Model Mustang Calibra
Year Released 1979 1992
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2294 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1188 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2610 mm


 

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