1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2634 mm |
