2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1991 Opel Calibra

To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Calibra.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Calibra. (174 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Calibra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Ranger 1991 Opel Calibra
Make Ford Opel
Model Ranger Calibra
Year Released 2006 1991
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4016 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 206 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 324 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 84 L 75 L


 

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