1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 77 kg more than 1978 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Aspen | Firebird |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |