2002 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Calibra |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |