1982 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 244 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
