1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 810 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Virage | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
