1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 30 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.
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, 2009 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Dodge | Saturn |
Model | Aspen | Sky |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2420 mm |