1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 28 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Aspen | Durango |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |