2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2870 mm |
