1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aspen | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
