1989 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Calibra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |