1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1992 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 13 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, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 565 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Aspen | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |