1981 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 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, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Calibra |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |