1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 3 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 60 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Sidewinder | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
