1991 Opel Calibra vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, both 1991 Opel Calibra and 1991 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1991 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Calibra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Calibra. (174 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Opel Calibra | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Calibra | 9000 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |