1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 463 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Corona | Caliber |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |