2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 937 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
