1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz 280 (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | 280 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |