1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 87 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Because 1979 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Aspen | Altima |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2675 mm |