1982 Ford Granada vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
