1993 Ford Probe vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Ford Probe is newer by 1 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Probe | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
