2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caliber | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
