1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 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 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Calibra |
Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |