1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 411 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Tundra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |