2007 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 15 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
