1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1218 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Aspen | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2946 mm |
