1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 14 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Aspen | XJS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |
