1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 217 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Aspen | CTS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
