1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
