1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 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 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1008 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Calibra | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Calibra | S80 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |