1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 43 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aspen | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
