1984 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort 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 105 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 464 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Escort | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
