1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 132 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.
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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Aspen | XJ |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3170 mm |
