1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Opel | Xedos |
| Model | Calibra | 9 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
