2006 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 800 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Calibra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |