1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 398 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Opel Calibra | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Calibra | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |