1994 Audi A8 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1992 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A8 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
