2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 597 kg more than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Because 1991 Opel Calibra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Calibra. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1991 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
