1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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 Z 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Aspen | Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
