2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 61 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2870 mm |
