1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 23 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, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Xedos |
| Model | Aspen | 9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
