2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (310 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 358 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |