2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
