1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 28 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | Viano |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |