1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 31 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Aspen | FX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
