2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
