1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 347 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Calibra | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Calibra | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2712 mm |