1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 23 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 126 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 865 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Aspen | Today |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |