1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Aspen | 140 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
