1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 8 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 500 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Calibra | GTO |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
