1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
