1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine 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 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Aspen | Alpine |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |