1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 31 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
