1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Plus 4 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
