1981 Audi 80 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
