1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 1982 Mercury LN7 is newer by 7 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 492 kg more than 1982 Mercury LN7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mercury LN7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Aspen | LN7 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |