2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Caliber (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
