1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 339 kg more than 1978 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Town & Country | Aspen |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |