1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 32 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, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Aspen | Duster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2673 mm |
