1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 33 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, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 345 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 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Aspen | A5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2751 mm |
