2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
