1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 11 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 476 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, 2004 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Calibra | Legend |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
