1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
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, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Aspen | Sportage |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2639 mm |