1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 31 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.
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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Dodge | Saturn |
Model | Aspen | Sky |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |