2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 35 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1897 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
