1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 21 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, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | NSX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |