1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen

To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 72 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Dodge Aspen 1976 Dodge Aspen
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Aspen Aspen
Year Released 1975 1976
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 3687 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 173 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2760 mm


 

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