1978 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 436 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 51 L |
