1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 27 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 710 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Aspen | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |