1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 557 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Calibra | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| 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 | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2797 mm |
