2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
