2002 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 320 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Calibra |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |