1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. Both 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 1996 Opel Calibra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
