1992 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Opel Calibra (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
