1960 Jaguar MK II vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 116 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1960 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK II | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
| Model | MK II | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
