2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Because 1984 Toyota Celica 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 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica. 1984 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
