1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF 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 MG TF.
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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Aspen | TF |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
