1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Nissan Skyline is newer by 19 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 12 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.
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, 1997 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
