1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | S |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |