The Calais boasts impressive performance, achieving a 0-100 km/h acceleration in 8 seconds and a top speed of 200 km/h.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
8 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
8 sec
Max Speed
200 km/h 124.27 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Calais is a 5-seater sedan with a length of 4861 mm, width of 1794 mm, and height of 1443 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2736 mm and a front and rear track of 1491 mm.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4861 mm 191.38 in.
Width
1794 mm 70.63 in.
Height
1443 mm 56.81 in.
Wheelbase
2736 mm 107.72 in.
Front Track
1491 mm 58.7 in.
Rear Track
1491 mm 58.7 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Calais is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 12.3 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 19.12 US mpg or 22.97 UK mpg.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
12.3 l/100 km 19.12 US mpg 22.97 UK mpg 8.13 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Calais model with a 6-cylinder, 3.8L V-engine, generating 175 HP at 4800 RPM and 295 Nm of torque at 3200 RPM. The engine is naturally aspirated, with a multi-port manifold fuel injection system and a compression ratio of 8.5. The car features a 4-speed automatic transmission, driving the rear wheels. Both the front and rear suspensions are coil springs. The engine layout is front, longitudinal.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
175 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
46.2 Hp/l
Torque
295 Nm @ 3200 rpm. 217.58 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement
3791 cm3 231.34 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
96.52 mm 3.8 in.
Piston Stroke
86.36 mm 3.4 in.
Compression Ratio
8.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Coil spring
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The Holden Calais features ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear, with ABS (Anti-lock braking system) for enhanced safety. It also comes with hydraulic steering and 205/65 R15 H tires. This car is well-equipped with modern safety features and comfortable handling.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
205/65 R15 H
Weight & Capacity
The Calais boasts a strong power-to-weight ratio, indicating excellent acceleration and performance. Its weight-to-torque ratio is also impressive, suggesting ample low-end grunt. With a kerb weight of 1454 kg, the Calais is a lightweight vehicle, further enhancing its agility and responsiveness.
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Weight To Power Ratio
8.3 kg/Hp, 120.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.9 kg/Nm, 202.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1454 kg 3205.52 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
63 l 16.64 US gal | 13.86 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Holden - Calais (VP, facelift 1991)
The Calais has a seating capacity of 5 people.
The length of the Calais is 4861 mm or 191.38 in.
The wheelbase of the Calais is 2736 mm or 107.72 in.
The Calais accelerates from 0-62 mph in 8 seconds.
The Calais has a maximum speed of 200 km/h (124.27 mph).
The Calais offers strong acceleration, reaching 100 km/h in a respectable 8 seconds.
Petrol (Gasoline)
12.3 l/100 km (19.12 US mpg, 22.97 UK mpg)
8.13 km/l
It has a 6-cylinder, 3.8L V-engine.
It generates 175 HP at 4800 RPM.
It has a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The Holden Calais features ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear.
The Holden Calais has hydraulic steering.
The Holden Calais has 205/65 R15 H tires.
The Holden Calais comes with a 3.6L V6 engine.
The Holden Calais has a six-speed automatic transmission.
The Holden Calais is a luxury sedan.
The Calais has a fuel tank capacity of 63 liters (16.64 US gal | 13.86 UK gal).
The Calais has a weight-to-power ratio of 8.3 kg/Hp, indicating excellent acceleration and performance.
The Calais's weight-to-torque ratio of 4.9 kg/Nm is highly competitive, suggesting ample low-end grunt and responsive acceleration.
