2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 502 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
