1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
