1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 30 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 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Aspen | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
