1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |