1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aspen | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2340 mm |
