2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 575 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caliber | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
