1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 442 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Aspen | XJS |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |