1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 20 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 11 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 575 kg more than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Aspen | Safari |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |