2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana 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 75 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana.
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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
