2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen

To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 22 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen.

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 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Osee 1979 Dodge Aspen
Make Citroen Dodge
Model Osee Aspen
Year Released 2001 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3685 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 191 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 117.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 5200 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1410 mm


 

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