1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 22 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |
