2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
