2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 595 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caliber | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
