1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 498 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Calibra | TL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
