2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 20 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 925 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Caterham | Dodge |
Model | 21 | Aspen |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 117.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |