1995 Opel Calibra vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 610 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Calibra | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Calibra | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |