1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 566 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 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Calibra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
