1990 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort 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 69 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 314 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Escort | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1020 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1534 mm |
