2004 AC Aceca vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 416 kg more than 1993 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Calibra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |