1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 25 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
