1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 408 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Tundra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3230 mm |