1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 18 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Aspen | 405 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
