1984 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 404 kg more than 1984 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
