2009 Acura TL vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Acura TL 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | TL | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
