1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Calibra | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
