1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 30 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Aspen | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
