1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 174 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 1980 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Aspen | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
