2008 Ford Ka vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
