2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 285 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2760 mm |
