1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 237 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Because 1979 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Aspen | SOUL |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |