1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 17 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 753 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Calibra | FX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2885 mm |
