1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 335 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Aspen | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2425 mm |
