2008 Audi A4 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 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 | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
