1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
