2009 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
