1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Calibra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |