1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 10 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 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 363 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Aspen | 390 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |