1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 20 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 341 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Nubira | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
