1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1975 Honda Z
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 975 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Z, 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1975 Honda Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Aspen | Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2010 mm |
