1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 33 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 85 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Aspen | ATS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2776 mm |
