1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 998 kg more than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Aspen | Discovery |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 231 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |