1991 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 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 27 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
