1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, both 1993 Cadillac DeVille and 1993 Opel Calibra were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra. 1993 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Calibra has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Calibra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DeVille | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
