1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 16 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aspen | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
