1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 21 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, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 103 kg more than 1999 Kia Joice.
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, 1999 Kia Joice, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1999 Kia Joice | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Aspen | Joice |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |