1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
