1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 458 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Aspen | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |