1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 2 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 195 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Aspen | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
