1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 377 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
