1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
