1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1995 Toyota Previa

To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 20 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen.

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, 1995 Toyota Previa, 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Dodge Aspen 1995 Toyota Previa
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Aspen Previa
Year Released 1975 1995
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5210 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm


 

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