1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 184 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Corona | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
