1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Aspen | Boxster |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |