1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 10 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 169 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Aspen | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 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 | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
