1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 12 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Aspen | 420 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1170 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 |