2002 Acura MDX vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 10 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 780 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | MDX | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
