1993 Opel Calibra vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 186 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Calibra | Viscount |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
