1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 322 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aspen | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
