1972 Volkswagen SP2 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 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 434 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | SP2 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
