2005 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 27 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 5 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 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | S-10 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
