1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 139 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Prelude |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |