1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 22 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 680 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Life |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |