1984 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1984 Ford Falcon 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 1984 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Falcon | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
