1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 75 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
