1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 484 kg more than 1996 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Calibra |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |