1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 34 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 358 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 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Aspen | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |