1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer

To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.

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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Dodge Aspen 1981 Toyota Soarer
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Aspen Soarer
Year Released 1979 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3685 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 117.5 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2670 mm


 

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