2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 9 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caliber | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
