1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 20 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 466 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Calibra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Opel Calibra | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Opel | Infiniti |
Model | Calibra | G |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |