1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 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 79 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 616 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
