2009 Audi R8 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
