1992 Opel Calibra vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Calibra | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
