1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 648 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Calibra | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2835 mm |
