1992 Opel Calibra vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 457 kg more than 1992 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Calibra | VIP |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
