2000 Acura RL vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 8 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 485 kg more than 1992 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | RL | Calibra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 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 | 1675 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |