1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 429 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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 CTS-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Aspen | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
