1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 129 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 Honda Prelude (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Calibra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |