1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 146 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Aspen | Borrego |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |