1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. Both 1983 Ford Tempo and 1995 Opel Calibra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
