1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 306, 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Aspen | 306 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |
