1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1994 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1994 Eagle Summit is newer by 19 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, 1994 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1994 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Dodge | Eagle |
| Model | Aspen | Summit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
