1992 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 28 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 214 kg more than 1992 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Escort | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1120 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
