1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 72 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aspen | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2604 mm |
