1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 942 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Titan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3550 mm |
