1986 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 184 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
