1995 Opel Calibra vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 360 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, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Calibra | 960 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
