1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 848 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 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Aspen | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2916 mm |
