1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1994 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 372 kg more than 1994 Opel Astra.
Because 1979 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Aspen | Astra |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
