1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
