2002 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 22 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, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
