1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
