2009 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
