1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 29 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 821 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Aspen | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |