1992 Opel Calibra vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Calibra | 505 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
