1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 15 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 835 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
Model | Aspen | D8 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2310 mm |