1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1996 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 399 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1996 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Aspen | Ram |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3020 mm |
