1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 84 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aspen | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2578 mm |
