1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 25 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, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 65 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, 2005 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | NSX |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |