1989 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
