2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L 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 104 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Caliber | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
