1978 Toyota Tercel 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 Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel 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 96 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 464 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Tercel | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Tercel | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |
