1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Aspen | SX4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |