1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 19 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Opel Calibra | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Calibra | T5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |