2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1990 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Dodge | Venturi |
| Model | Caliber | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
