1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Calibra has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Calibra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
