1993 Opel Calibra vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 14 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Opel Calibra | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Opel | Panoz |
Model | Calibra | AIV |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |