1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1995 Ford Mustang 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 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Mustang | Caliber |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |