2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1989 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1989 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caliber | Daytona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
