1995 Opel Calibra vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 1997 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura RL weights approximately 485 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, 1997 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 1997 Acura RL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Calibra | RL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
