2001 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 6 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 385 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
