1995 Opel Calibra vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 800 kg more than 1995 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Calibra | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
