1975 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri 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 117 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Capri | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2634 mm |
