2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar.
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 (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caliber | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
