1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 27 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Aspen | Q45 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |