2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 540 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
