1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 24 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Aspen | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
