1987 Ford Laser 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 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser 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 49 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Laser | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
