2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 515 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Caliber (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caliber | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
