2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 280 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 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
