1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Aspen | Dakota |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |