1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Calibra |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1215 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 |