1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |