2009 Acura RL vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RL | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
