1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 545 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.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Pilot |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |