2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 23 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 166 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.
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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | XLR | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
