1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life 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 53 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 695 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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 Honda Life 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Life |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |