1994 Opel Calibra vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Calibra | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Calibra | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
