1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 463 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Aspen | 2105 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 118 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2430 mm |