1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 284 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 1978 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Aspen | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
