1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 24 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 76 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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, 1999 Renault Megane, 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Aspen | Megane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
