1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera 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 Nissan Almera (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera.
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, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Almera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |
