1993 Opel Calibra vs. 1984 Saab 90
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 90 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Saab 90. 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 Opel Calibra (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 1984 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Calibra | 90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
