1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aspen | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
