1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Civic |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |