1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Aspen |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |