1972 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Torino | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 51 L |
