1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 8 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Aspen | 959 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2270 mm |
