2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Tercel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |