2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 545 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Galaxy | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
