1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 355 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Aspen | FX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |