1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Aspen | Trident |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
