2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 520 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 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | S-Type | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
