1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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 Porsche Cayman (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Aspen | Cayman |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2415 mm |