2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 345 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
