1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 632 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Aspen | 8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
