2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Fairlane 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 1979 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caliber | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
