1988 Audi 80 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
