1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 21 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 441 kg more than 1980 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Aspen | Musso |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
