2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 85 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
