1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Calibra |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |