1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1465 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Calibra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3327 mm |
