1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Aspen | TF |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
