2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1518 kg more than 1992 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Defender | Calibra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |