1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 26 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aspen | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
