1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1994 Porsche Karisma
To start off, 1994 Porsche Karisma 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche Karisma (268 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche Karisma should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche Karisma. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche Karisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1994 Porsche Karisma | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Aspen | Karisma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
