1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
