1997 Buick Century vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Century | Calibra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |