1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 783 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Aspen | Ram |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3070 mm |
