2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 472 kg more than 1996 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 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
