1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 103 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1977 Dodge Aspen 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 1977 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Aspen | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
