1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 17 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Calibra | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4390 mm |
