1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 377 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 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
