1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
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, 1987 Honda Legend, 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Aspen | Legend |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
