1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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, 2008 Honda Accord (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |