1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 18 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1998 Plymouth Neon, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Aspen | Neon |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |