1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 525 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | CR-V |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |