1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Honda Integra is newer by 10 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, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 468 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra.
Because 1978 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1988 Honda Integra | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Integra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |