1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Lotus Exige

To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 27 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Dodge Aspen 2005 Lotus Exige
Make Dodge Lotus
Model Aspen Exige
Year Released 1978 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3687 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 6800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 875 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2310 mm