1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 32 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1242 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 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Aspen | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
