2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 24 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 351 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.
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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
