1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 25 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Aspen | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
