1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 22 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 435 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 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Aspen | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
