1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 506 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 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Aspen | Evora |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3063 mm |